In our “Events” section, we cover major conferences, meetups, and industry gatherings related to cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. Here you will find announcements, highlights, and reports from important events shaping the crypto ecosystem. Read the “Events” section on ForkNews to stay updated on key happenings in the blockchain industry.
Colu, a startup that develops a cryptocurrency creation platform for local economies, has received $14.5 million in funding from IDB Development Corporation. Colu was founded in 2014 by Amos Meir, David Ring and Mark Smargon.
Japanese entertainment conglomerate DMM Group, operator of the popular e-commerce site DMM.com with an audience of 27 million, is preparing to launch a cryptocurrency exchanger. There are plans to offer 7 cryptocurrencies, 14 trading pairs and margin trading.
Lottoland Ireland manager Graham Ross said: “Bitcoin is a global phenomenon and Lottoland gives its customers the opportunity to get involved in the big leagues.”
Today, the leader of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko signed a decree on the development of the digital economy, which received the informal name “decree on HTP 2.0.” The decree provides a list of 38 types of activities in the field of high technologies and a list of tax breaks for them.
Home DNA tests, which can be purchased at pharmacies, are becoming more popular every year. These tests can tell a person their family history and alert them to health problems. The DNA sample that people then throw away with the used test provides enormous value to scientific researchers. Despite this, many are reluctant to share their medical information with researchers. A group of scientists believes they have found a way to encourage them - cryptocurrency
You can do mining in different ways. For example, buy yourself a pack of more powerful video cards, make a farm, or even two, set everything up and start making a profit. Instead of farms, ASIC miners, specialized devices designed for mining certain types of cryptocurrency, or the latest development of Danish engineers - a special suit for mining, will also work.
Director Christian Cashmere announced the first film comedy about cryptocurrency, and also told the plot of his future film. The film tells the story of two loser brothers who, by pure chance, find a wallet containing over $20 million worth of Bitcoin and try to sell it on the black market. “Bitcoin” will be produced by indie producer Lauren Cribe and will also star famous comedian Taeo Won.
Under the new rules, European users will no longer be able to trade cryptocurrencies anonymously through exchanges, and their ability to use prepaid cards, which lawmakers say have been used to finance militant attacks, will be limited.
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